Special

Michael Rapaport is on-point as Les, a naive and tragic hero as an ex-meter maid. Special successfully executes the difficult task of packing many genres into one movie. Special is suspenseful, darkly humorous, and dramatic all at the same time. There are many moments to laugh out-loud, and then step into a scene that makes your heart drops to your heels. Much of the dark humor relies on the bizarre delusions of Les who appears to be in the throes of a severe manic episode. However, the delight in watching, as the story unravels, comes from the well-crafted story that makes you wonder: maybe he does have super powers? Well-selected cast and fitting score. This is a sadly under-appreciated movie that definitely deserves a viewing . . . $10

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